Qiao Xing Universal Telephone, Inc Signs Letter of Intent in Connection with the Proposed Sale of its Subsidiary Qiao Xing Communication Holdings Limited
HUIZHOU, Guangdong, China, Sept. 1 /PRNewswire-Asia-FirstCall/ -- Qiao
Xing Universal Telephone, Inc. (Nasdaq: XING) today announced that it has
signed a letter of intent ("LOI") with Dragon Fu Investment Limited ("DFIL")
in connection with a proposed sale of its subsidiary, Qiao Xing Communication
Holdings Limited.
Qiao Xing Communication Holdings Limited ("QXCH"), which is primarily
specialized in the indoor phone and low-end mobile phone business via its
subsidiary Huizhou Qiao Xing Communication Industry Co., Ltd ("HZQXCI"),
recorded a loss of Rmb 291.0 million (USD42.7 million) for the year 2008,
mainly due to the global economic downturn and increasingly intensive
competition. In order to carry out the Company's diversification strategy,
the Board has authorized the management to seek potential buyers to dispose of
this business sector.
Dragon Fu Investment Limited is an independent third-party holding company
which is planning to enter into China's consumer electronics industry.
Pursuant to the LOI, it is proposed that the Company would sell the 100%
equity interest in QXCI to DFIL ("the proposed Transaction"). The completion
of the Proposed Transaction is subject to, including but not limited to, due
diligence to be conducted by DFIL, a valuation report to be issued by a
qualified appraisal firm, and a definitive sales and purchase agreement.
According to the executive director of DFIL, the widely-recognized 'COSUN'
brand name and the extensive distribution network are the most attractive
factors for DHIL's new entry strategy.
Mr, Wu Ruilin, Chairman of XING, also gave his comments, "Now, it is the
right time to focus on the resource industry. So far, our Moly business has
been going well. Things have kept moving forward in the right direction."
About Qiao Xing Universal Telephone, Inc.
Qiao Xing Universal Telephone, Inc. is one of China's largest
manufacturers and distributors of telecommunications products in China.
QXUT's product portfolio includes telecommunications terminals and related
products, including fixed wireless phones, VoIP telephones, mobile handsets,
PDAs and consumer electronic products, including MP3 players, cash registers
and set- top-box products. The Company primarily conducts its business
through its operating subsidiaries CEC Telecom Co., Ltd (CECT), and Huizhou
Qiao Xing Communication Industry Co., Ltd (HZQXCI), a company engaged in R&D
and distribution of indoor telephone sets and economy mobile phones under the
COSUN brand. The Company Group has built a strong distribution network
comprised of more than 5,000 retail stores throughout China and has
established partnerships with major retailers in Europe, North America and
Latin America, including Bellsouth and Wal-Mart. During 2009, the Company has
acquired the 100% equity interest in China Luxuriance Jade Company, Ltd and
now has begun to diversify into the resource industry.
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historical facts, including statements about Qiao Xing Universal's beliefs and
expectations, are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements
involve inherent risks and uncertainties. A number of factors could cause
actual results to differ materially from those contained in any
forward-looking statement. Information regarding these factors is included in
our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Qiao Xing Universal
does not undertake any obligation to update any forward-looking statement,
except as required under applicable law. All information provided in this
press release is as of September 1, 2009, and Qiao Xing Universal undertakes
no duty to update such information, except as required under applicable law.
For more information, please contact:
Rick Xiao
Qiao Xing Universal Telephone, Inc.
Tel: +86-752-282-0268
Email: rickxiao@qiaoxing.com